🎮 EA Goes Private: $55 Billion Power PlayGaming giant Electronic Arts (EA) — the studio behind FIFA, Battlefield, and The Sims — is going private in a stunning $55 billion deal led by Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund (PIF), along with Silver Lake and Affinity Partners.Each EA share will be bought for $210 in cash, marking a 25% premium over its pre-announcement price. The move aims to reshape EA’s future toward global expansion and new live-service models.Critics, however, warn of potential political influence, aggressive monetization, and possible layoffs as the new owners seek faster returns. Still, this is one of the largest buyouts in gaming history, signaling a major shift in who controls the world’s playtime.#EA #GamingNews #SaudiPIF #SilverLake #AffinityPartners #GameIndustry #Battlefield #TheSims #FIFA #EADeal🌐 @The_Economist